TIFFINIE CASH
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center
03.2021 - Current
- Assess, plan, implement, supervise, teach, evaluate and document patient care
- Utilize critical thinking skills and sound clinical judgment to ensure positive patient outcomes
- Provides nursing care within Mental Health Rehabilitation and Recovery Treatment to meet acute and residential care needs
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Chronic Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita University
06.2020 - 03.2021
- Performs hemodialysis on chronic dialysis patients
- Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
- Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely intervention when necessary.
- Increased patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols throughout the entire dialysis process.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing attentive and compassionate care during dialysis treatments.
- Established strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, empathy, and genuine concern for their wellbeing during treatment sessions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
DCH Health System
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Enhanced patient care by providing high-quality acute dialysis treatment and monitoring vital signs closely.
- Closely monitored hemodynamic parameters during dialysis sessions, making necessary adjustments based on individual patient needs.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Gained high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases and conditions and dialytic treatments.
- Ensured compliance with infection control standards by maintaining a clean environment and adhering to proper sterilization techniques when handling equipment.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices, ensuring adherence to established protocols and guidelines for acute dialysis treatments.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients during challenging times, fostering trust and strong patient relationships.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments before initiating dialysis treatment, ensuring proper preparation and minimizing risks of complications.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
Utilization Review Nurse I
Cigna HealthSpring
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Reduced healthcare costs through efficient utilization of resources and identification of unnecessary treatments or procedures.
- Maintained professional competence by staying current on industry trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements specific to utilization review nursing.
- Evaluated medical guidelines and benefit coverage to determine appropriateness of services.
- Performed prior authorization review of services requiring notification.
- Submitted cases for criteria failures and helped facilitate resolutions and approvals.
- Collaborated with insurance companies to verify coverage, clarify benefits, and facilitate authorization for medical services, reducing delays in patient care delivery.
Registered Nurse MDS/Careplan
Forest Manor Health and Rehab
08.2008 - 07.2019
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, RN Unit Manager/MDS Nurse
Bibb Medical Center Nursing Home
01.2006 - 02.2007
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
Registered Nurse I
Taylor Hardin Secure Medical Facility
10.2004 - 12.2005
- Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions
- Precise assessment of patient's pain and comfort levels
- Administered medications (all routes)
- Provided emotional support for patients
- Administered medications and treatments ordered by a physician
- Documented observations of patient's behavior
- Reviewed and revised care plans
- Taught class on identifying stressors and reducing stress
Education
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of North Alabama
Florence, AL12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Herzing University
Dearborn, MI08.2020
Associate of Applied Science - ADN
Shelton State Community College
Tuscaloosa, AL05.2004
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- HIPAA compliance
- Behavioral management
- Patient assessments
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Nursing care planning
- Patient-focused care
- Patient education and counseling
- Compassion and empathy
- Care plan development
Credentials And Licenses
- Registered Nurse, 1-102238
- BLS/CPR Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Tuscaloosa VA Medical Center
03.2021 - Current
Chronic Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita University
06.2020 - 03.2021
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
DCH Health System
12.2019 - 06.2020
Utilization Review Nurse I
Cigna HealthSpring
08.2019 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse MDS/Careplan
Forest Manor Health and Rehab
08.2008 - 07.2019
Registered Nurse, RN Unit Manager/MDS Nurse
Bibb Medical Center Nursing Home
01.2006 - 02.2007
Registered Nurse I
Taylor Hardin Secure Medical Facility
10.2004 - 12.2005
Master of Science - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
University of North Alabama
Bachelor of Science - Registered Nurse
Herzing University
Associate of Applied Science - ADN
Shelton State Community College
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